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Melville House

2.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, 4-minute walk to Thames Street

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Room amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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39 Clarke Street, Newport, RI, 02840
  • Place, Thames Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowen's Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Newport Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Newport

Located in Downtown Newport within a 5-minute walk of Thames Street, Melville House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Newport Mansions. This 7-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Thames Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Touro Synagogue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bowen's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Newport Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bannister's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 6 min walk
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar 'Cino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gas Lamp Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Melville House

Guesthouse with free parking, 4-minute walk to Thames Street
At Melville House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide tour or ticket assistance.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport Frette Italian sheets. Ironing boards are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1750
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive after hours must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Melville House Newport
Melville Newport
Melville House Hotel Newport
Melville House
Melville House Guesthouse Newport
Melville House Newport
Melville House Guesthouse
Melville House Guesthouse Newport

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Melville House?

This guesthouse is situated in Downtown Newport, just steps from Thames Street and Jane Pickens Theater, and within a short walk of Bowen's Wharf. You'll also find Bannister's Wharf and Newport Harbour less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Melville House?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melville House on Dec 2, 2025 start from $102.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Melville House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Melville House feature a casino at the property?

No, Melville House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Melville House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Melville House a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include premium Italian sheets in each accommodation with fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Melville House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Melville House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Melville House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Melville House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Melville House.

Are there connecting rooms at Melville House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Melville House?

The closest major airport to Melville House is Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State), which is 3.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State), which is located 17.2 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Melville House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Melville House.

Melville House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 383 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Traveled with group
No elevator so there are stairs to navigate. There was a young man who helped us carry luggage to the room. Room ac’s, tv. Shower was good with plenty of warm water. Friendly efficient staff. My friend and I got the breakfast which was extra. The chef was very efficient and food was good. Location was ideal and we just walked everywhere or caught the free bus which took us to the mansion area and Cliff Walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked in advance on Expedia only to then hear just before my arrival that the hotel doesn’t have a room at all for me. The person helping me was unhelpful, not particularly ‘with it’ and made for a very tough experience. Couldn’t have had a more frustrating experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We reserved the Melville, but check-in was at the Cleveland and we were given a room in the Admiral Farragut. All 3 are listed as different hotels on booking sites, but they are owned by the same group. If the owners are going to treat these hotels interchangeably, then they should be listed as a single hotel with multiple buildings. In particular, they should not be listed with different prices. On our departure date, I checked listings for that evening and there was more than $80 difference in price between the cheapest and most expensive of these three hotels. The owner explained that the Farragut had bigger bathrooms. Maybe true, but the plastic shower stall was old. When we arrived in the afternoon, they gave us a spot right next to our building. We then drove to a restaurant for dinner and when we returned at 9:30 all the parking spots were taken. A staff member directed us to a different lot across the street, where we had to wedge between two big SUVs and had almost no room to get out. I was frustrated parking spots were not assigned. The bed was big, but fairly stiff. Once you got through all the decorative pillows, the two actual pillows were sad and lifeless. The next day we asked for more pillows, which were much better. The window AC was weak. Just enough for 80's temps, but not for hotter days. The wifi was nonexistent, despite 3 routers. Multiple ping tests had download speeds of 3-6Mbps. Couldn't load basic websites. Breakfast was fine. Staff were helpful.
Plastic shower stall
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devannie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a friendly staff and so accommodating!! The location was absolutely beautiful! Definitely would recommend and I would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaden

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My girlfriend and I did not have the best experience with the Melville House. Upon check in, the owner Rick told us he hadn't received our reservation from Expedia, and that this happens all the time. He then said he would upgrade us to makeup for this mix up since we couldn't stay in the overbooked Melville house. For more context, we listened to him check in four other couples before us and upgrade them all; the group behind us also booked through Expedia and they had no knowledge of their reservation either. We were then brought to one of his other properties called the Elm Street Inn, about a 15 minute walk outside of town compared to the centrally located Melville House. This appeared to be someone's house and we stayed in a small, unfinished bedroom off the kitchen. Because this was our anniversary trip, we decided to just let the room situation go and focus on what we planned; staying in the room as little as possible. There was also an older, unfriendly man who we ran into a handful of times cooking in the kitchen - we think it may have been his house? It seemed like their business model was to overbook the Melville house, and then place people accordingly throughout their other 4 rooming locations. We wouldn't book here again or recommend to anyone, and definitely didn't think this was worth $350
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking on site Walkable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Monika

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay away

Rooms were small, needed to pay for an upgrades to get decent room and pay extra money. Original room that I booked was very bad in dirty old house. Service people were nice, tried to make the best out of our stay. Will not recommend this hotel to my family or friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close convenient great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trishna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property , great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marion, Yonkers

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is great. Much of the town is within easy walking distance. Staff went out of their way to be helpful and solicit feedback. Finally the parking is a big bonus in the center of town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent custom service, quaint location, and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rick was phenomenal in checking me in. I'm a bigger guy at 6'6 and he upgraded me to a bigger room and bathroom that would accommodate my height. I can't promise room upgrades, but if they have availability, it's a potential perk. The room was great, bed comfortable, bathroom updated and spacious, but it retained and older charm that reminded me of my grandmother's home. After visiting other cities in New England, it is hard to beat the walkability of the hotels on this street to the harbor restaurants and shops. Certainly worth a revisit for a longer stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Sylvania

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfr
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property some room much nicer than others. The owner upgraded ups to a nicer room than I supposedly booked. Also a nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming little BnB very close to the dining and shopping. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house was old which was to be expected in an historic house. However, our room smelled of wood smoke (and it took me 2 cycles of laundry to get out the smell). Several things were broken, little things but they added up (the sink didn't drain, the bathroom floor tiles were broken, the shower was tiny). However, the people running the place were fabulous, extremely helpful in getting out breakfast order and making sure we had parking. Bringing us ice. There was parking which in this part of town was amazing. They have 3 lots and some street parking, plus it's close to the harbor. So it was a mixed bag. I am so sorry to say it because the staff was just so helpful and nice. Perhaps one of the other houses would be better but for the money I paid, it wasn't worth it.
bedroom
bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dea

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was really great! He upgraded our room for free since I booked a room that had a double bed and bathroom in the hall. He was so very helpful. He also offered to give us a ride to Ocean Cliff where the wedding was! We declined but appreciated the offer! Breakfast was great in the morning! Cooked to order. You could choose, eggs any style, omelet or blueberry pancakes! Bacon, toast & fruit with it. Coffee, water & juice available. The room was nice except the air conditioner did not work well. Luckily it was not hot out! The toilet in the bathroom didn’t flush. We had to lift up the back and flush from the tank! Our room was right off the breakfast area so if you want to sleep in you might want to pick a different room. We were only there for one overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025